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Caesars Rewards Guide
Caesars Rewards is the loyalty program of Caesars Entertainment Corporation a hospitality brand that has over 55 resort and gaming destinations in 4 continents. Despite significant changes over the last few years including a name change (formerly knows as “Total Rewards”) and a change in ownership, the Caesars program remains one of the most heavily utilized and relevant casino programs on the market due to it’s sheer size and strategic use of partnerships. (Including Wyndham, Atlantis Bahamas and more.) If you’re just getting started, you can apply for your free Caesars Rewards card, by clicking here for Caesars Rewards card online sign up or the next time you visit any Caesars property head to the Caesars Rewards Center with a valid photo id to get your card on the spot.
Related: March 2022 Upgrades to the Caesars Rewards Free Atlantis, Bahamas Trip
One of the best temporary changes (applicable to 2021 only) is that if you didn’t use your 2020 benefits like the Diamond Dinner $100 certificate, you’ll be able to use them until Jan 31, 2022. I was able to get two $100 dinners this year! Another great update is that Wyndham Rewards extended elite status through the end of 2022 making it even easier than usual for us to maintain Caesars Diamond status- you can read all of the details here.
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The “Bougie Miles Caesars Rewards Guide” will show you all of the different ways you can earn Caesars Rewards Tier Credits for status and redeemable points known as rewards credits. In the near future I’ll be posting specific articles on how to maximize value and benefits from Caesars and this guide will be a reference.
The Caesars Rewards Program gives members perks based on elite status and opportunities to earn and redeem rewards points for gaming, entertainment and hospitality. Benefits include on site discounts, the ability to earn and redeem rewards, and exclusive member benefits with Caesars Partners.
Caesars Rewards has four main elite status levels;
- Gold (entry level)
- Platinum
- Diamond (3 tiers based on tier credits earned- see below) and
- Seven Stars (very exclusive).
Related:Caesars Rewards Credit Card Review (Total Rewards)- Is it Right for You?
How to Earn Caesars Rewards Elite Tier Status
- Status Match Promotion
- Caesars regularly offers promotions allowing elite members from other casino Program to receive a comparable tier match. Check the Promo Page for qualifying partners and eligible status levels.
- Status Match from Wyndham Rewards.
- Wyndham Rewards Platinum and Diamond members can match to a reciprocal status in Caesars Rewards (and Vice-versa).As of March, 2022- only Wyndham Rewards members who have earned status with Wyndham or via the Wyndham credit cards is able to match to Caesars Rewards. Status Match Page.
- Caesars Rewards Visa currently Offers Platinum status after using the card to make a purchase within the first 90 days.
- Wyndham Rewards Earner® Business Card gives cardholders Wyndham Diamond status which can be matched to Caesars Diamond.
- Earn status the old fashioned way by racking up enough Tier Credits
- Tier Credit Bonuses (explained in detail below)
- FoundersCard Membership.
- Caesars Rewards Salute Card: Exclusively for our US armed forces, both active duty military and veterans. Members receive automatic Platinum status and 10% discount on room rates all year round.
2022 GUIDE: Casino Status Matching- Caesars Diamond Match (Earn Status Through 2023!)
Las Vegas Caesars Resorts
(click on each for details)
Tier Credit Requirements for Caesars Rewards Status
- Gold: base status for all members
- Platinum: 5,000 tier credits
- Diamond: 15,000 tier credits
- Diamond Plus: 25,000 Tier Credits
- Diamond Elite: 75,000 Tier Credits
- Seven Star: 150,000 tier credits
Related: How to Transfer Wyndham Rewards to Caesars Rewards Points (and Why)
Caesars Rewards Elite Status Benefits
Caesars Rewards benefits are based on tier status. Bear in mind that members who earn Caesars status through tier credits have some significant advantages (detailed below) over matched elites, particularly when it comes to Diamond status. Additionally, members who earn tier credits have received things like free stays for earning as few as 5,000 tier credits.
Platinum Status Benefits Include:
- 15% discount at participating spas and casino gift shops
- Preferred pricing at participatingCaesars Rewards restaurants
- Exclusive pre-sale access for select shows
- Complimentary self-parking & valet in select markets
- Complimentary Stay at Atlantis, Bahamas (full info here)
Diamond Status Benefits include:
- Priority lines at hotel check-in, restaurants, casino cashiers and the Caesars Rewards Centers
- 20% discount at casino gift shops
- Discounts on best available advertised rate on rooms and suites
- Waived resort fees on any hotel stay for Diamond and above
- Complimentary valet & self-parking at many destinations, including Las Vegas and Atlantic City.
- Free Monthly Bets and Birthday month bets for Sportsbetting Apps and Online Casino
- $100 Celebration Dinner.
- The following benefitsvary based on the number of tier creditsyou’ve earned
- Free Stay at Atlantis (Tiered offer for members who earn at least 15K Tier Credits)
- 2 Free Nights in Dubaifor members who earn at least 15k Tier Credits
- Complimentary lounge access forDiamondmembers earning 25,000 Tier Credits (members earning less can access lounges for 1,000 ($10.00) Reward Credits for the member and an additional 1,000 for their guest)
- Diamond Plus members receive free lounge access
- Diamond Elite members receive $600 Airfare Credit to Las Vegas.
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Earning Elite Qualifying Tier Credits
Caesars Rewards has two different types of points that members can earn through specified activities: Rewards Credits and Tier Credits. Tier Credits are used to determine your elite status with Caesars.
Tier Creditsare status credits earned in a calendar year (January 1 through December 31) that are added up to determine a members annual Tier Score which determines the member’s elite status (known as Tier Status within Caesars Rewards). The more Tier Credits you earn, the better status and benefits you’ll get.Rewards Creditsare redeemable points that can be used for things like free nights, merchandise and free play. You can earn Reward Credits through both casino play and other qualifying activity including entertainment activities at Caesars Rewards destinations and through Caesars Rewards Partners.
How to Earn Tier Credits
- Gambling: Varies based on the specific type of gaming. Earning Details for each activity can be found here.
- Hotel Stays: Earn 1 Tier Credit for every $1 spent on hotel room rates and resort fees when reserved directly with Caesars.
- Entertainment Activities: Earn 1 Tier Credit for every $1 spent on things like shows, restaurants and shopping. Check out the official “Earnings page” to see exactly which locations and activities earn credits.
- Referrals: Earn 500 Tier Credits for each friend who signs up and picks up their membership card. (Your friend earns 500 credits as well.)
- Promotions.
- Online Sportsbook and Casino (detailed guide here)
- Tier Credit Bonuses: If you earn a certain number of Tier Credits in one day, you’ll receive a specified bonus based on the following chart. (People often refer to this incentive as “Diamond in a Day.”)
How to Earn Caesars Rewards Credits (Redeemable Points)
- Gaming Activity: Varies based on specific type of gaming. Earning Details can be found here.
- Hotel Stays: Earn 1 Tier Credits for every $1 spent on hotel room rates and resort fees when reserved directly with Caesars.
- Entertainment Activities: Earn 1 Tier Credit for every $1 spent on things like shows, restaurants and shopping. Check out the official “Earnings page” to see exactly which locations and activities earn credits.
- Caesars Rewards Visa Credit Card:
- 5X Reward Credits per $1 spent at Caesars Rewards properties and on tickets through Caesars Rewards Live Events.
- 2X Reward Credits per $1 spent on airlines, gas, and groceries.
- 1X Reward Credits for all other purchases.
- Partners
- Convert Caesars UK Reward Credits at a rate of 2 : 1
- Caesars Dining Rewards- earn 1 Reward Credit per $1 spent at qualifying program restaurants, bars, and clubs, including tax and tip
- Shopping marketplace- Earn RCs when you shop through the portal (also available in store- details in this post “Caesars Rewards Adds Card Linked Offers: Earn Caesars Rewards Credits“
- Booking Hotel Stays with Rocketmiles
- Transfer Wyndham Points to Caesars Rewards Points- Complete guide on how to transfer “How to Transfer Wyndham Rewards to Caesars Rewards Points (and Why)“
Redeem Rewards Credits for Max Value
Most of the Reward Credit redemption options are pretty weak but there are a few bright spots that will give you plenty of value. Credits are normally worth 1 cent a piece so if you redeem 100 Rewards Credits it’ll come out to $1. It’s very hard to be excited about this program if you think back to the 1 credit earned per $1 spend for activities like entertainment and hotel stays. Luckily the Wyndham Partnership presents opportunities to earn at least 10xthe rewards on many of the same activities and gives members of both programs the ability to redeem them at a much better valuation.
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Leveraging Wyndham Rewards Partnership Benefits
Wyndham Rewards members earn the greater of 10 points per $1 or 1,000 points on qualifying stays at Caesars (basically those booked directly with Wyndham that have a $25 min room rate). Wyndham members can also redeem points for free nights at over 30 Caesars destinations. Earning with Wyndham for Caesars stays is generally the more lucrative option for most travelers. The exception would be for people who get comped rooms or tend to stay at the cheapest Caesars properties. To illustrate this point, there are many Caesars hotels that cost $20 or less on certain nights, so those stays are ineligible to earn Wyndham Points.
Also Read: 7 Easy Ways to Get Hotel Elite Status
The great thing about this partnership is that it allows both program’s members to transfer points between programs at a 1:1 ratio to redeem in any way they wish. This works out as a double dip opportunity for anyone paying an eligible room rate at Caesars properties since they can earn Wyndham rewards points and Caesars Tier Credits. If you recall, Caesars Rewards members get one free night in Vegas or Atlantic City for every 5,000 Tier credits they earn.
The ability to transfer points between programs allows members to maximize the redemption value of their points by opportunistically redeeming points at the right time, in the right program.
Other Available Redemption Options for Caesars Rewards Points:
(Certain venues require different redemption ratios,detailshere.)
- Event ticket purchases: 250 RCs = $1
- Reward Credits used for dining at participating outlets are at a 1:1 ratio.
- Gift Cards and In-room movies are redeemed at a 2:1 ratio.
- Matched status with Caesars UK and the ability to transfer credits back and forth between programs
- Caesars Entertainment properties:100 RCs = $1 (can be used towards your hotel bill at the time of checkout, as long as your Caesars Rewards account number is attached to the reservation at check-in.)
- Gaming Vouchers and Free Play: 200 RC’s = $1
- For items in the CaesarsRewardseCatalog
Final Thoughts
The Caesars Rewards program is a favorite among casino enthusiasts and for good reason. The ability to earn and redeem reward credits in so many different ways makes the program accessible to everyone. There are also plenty of shortcuts to earning status so even non gamers can access elite program benefits. As I mentioned earlier, we’re going to do a whole series on how to maximize certain benefits and extract as much value as possible from rewards.
Is Caesars Rewards different from Total Rewards?
No, Caesars Rewards is simply the rebranded version of Total Rewards and while Caesars has made changes to the program since renaming it, it’s by and large the same program.
How do I become a Caesars Rewards member?
You can join the Caesars Rewards Programby stopping by theCaesars Rewards Center in any Caesars casino, and you’ll need a valid photo ID. You can also join online by visiting the registration page here.
How many Tier Credits do you need for Diamond?
You’ll need to earn a minimum of 15,000 Tier Credits to earn Caesars Diamond Status.
What is the difference between Reward Credits and Tier Credits?
Tier Credits are status credits earned in a calendar year (January 1 through December 31) that determine a member’s elite status within Caesars Rewards. V. Rewards Credits which are redeemable points that can be used for things like free nights, merchandise and free play.
Can you earn Tier Credits with a Caesars Rewards Visa (FKA Total Rewards Visa)?
You do not earn Tier Credits with the Caesars Branded credit card, you will only earn Rewards Credits. You do however get Platinum Status after making your first purchase with the Total Rewards Visa and you can maintain Platinum Tier status by spending $5,000 in the current calendar year.
How are Tier Credits calculated?
Tier Credits are calculated differently depending on how they are earned by determining the earning rate for each activity.
If you’re earning Tier Credits through gaming:
SLOT MACHINES- Earn 1 Tier Credit for every $5 you play on a reel slot machine. Some machines have lower earn rates and these games will be clearly marked with the different rate.
TABLE GAMES- Earn Tier Credits based on the type of table game you are playing, your average bet size and how long you play.
VIDEO POKER- Earn 1 Tier Credit for every $10 wagered through video poker. (Some machines have lower earn rates and they are marked to let you know.)
RACING- Earn 1 Tier Credit for every $3 wagered through race betting.
BINGO –
Earn 1 Tier Credit for every $10 wagered
SPORTS BETTING- Earn 1 Tier Credit for every $5 of potential profit on sports bets placed.(Up to 10 times the original amount staked)(Excluding Harrah’s Philadelphia Casino & Racetrack, Harrah’s Resort Atlantic City, and Caesars Atlantic City)
SPORTS BETTING- Earn 1 Tier Credit for every $10 wagered.(Harrah’s Philadelphia Casino & Racetrack, Harrah’s Resort Atlantic City, and Caesars Atlantic City only)
LIVE KENO- Earn 1 Tier Credit for every $3 wagered through live keno.
How do you get Diamond in one day total rewards?
This is known as the Diamond in a day bonus and it rewards members who earn 5,000 Tier Credits in a day an additional 10,000 Tier Credits which means that 15,000 will qualify them for Caesars Rewards Diamond.
HOW CAN I FIND OUT MY REWARD CREDIT BALANCE?
You can check your Reward Credit balance at any slot machine, kiosk (located on the Casino floor),by logging into your account on theCaesars Rewardswebsite or byvisitinga CaesarsRewards Center. Additionally, you can view your balance through the Caesars Rewards mobile app.
How do I contact Caesars Rewards? What is the Phone Number for Caesars Rewards?
866-506-3454 is the main Caesars Support number but if you head over to their contact page you’ll see the best way to contact them for your specific inquiry.
How to Earn Total Rewards Tier Credits Fast?
The fastest ways to earn Tier Credits are through tier multiplier promotions and the Diamond in a day bonus.
How Many Total Rewards Credits for a Free Room? (Caesars)
A free room can cost as little as 1,000 Rewards Credits at properties like Flamingo and the Linq since you can use your points to pay for your hotel at at 100:$1 ratio. If the rate for your hotel is over $150, it would make more sense to transfer 15,000 Caesars Rewards Credits to Wyndham Rewards and book a free stay thatv way since the Caesars properties are 15k points a night.
What are the tiers for Caesars Rewards? What are the tier levels for Total Rewards?
Gold
Platinum
Diamond
Diamond Plus
Diamond Elite
Seven Stars
How do you get Caesars tier points?
Tier Points are Credits that are earned based on your casino gaming, hotel, dining and entertainment activities at over 50 Caesars Rewards destinations. Now, Tier Credits can also be earned with Caesars Sportsbook apps and most Caesars Sportsbook retail locations. You can also earn tier credit through promotions. The Tier Credits you earn in a calendar year (January 1 through December 31) add up to your annual Tier Score, which determines your Tier Status within Caesars Rewards.
Caesars Rewards Locations
- Belle of Baton Rouge —Baton Rouge, LA
- Caesars — Atlantic City, NJ, New Orleans, LA
- Caesars Republic — Scottsdale, AZ
- Caesars Southern Indiana — Elizabeth, IN
- Circus Circus — Reno, NV
- Eldorado Resort Casino — Reno, NV
- Eldorado Sciota Downs — Columbus, OH
- Grand Victoria Casino — Elgin, IL
- Harrah’s — Atlantic City, NJ, Cherokee, NC, Council Bluffs, IA, Joliet, IL, Kansas City, MO, Lake Tahoe, NV,
- Laughlin, NV, Metropolis, IL, New Orleans, LA
- Harrah’s Ak-Chin — Maricopa, AZ
- Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River — Murphy, NC
- Harrah’s Gulf Coast — Biloxi, MS
- Harrah’s Hoosier Park — Anderson, IN
- Harrah’s Louisiana Downs — Bossier City, LA
- Harrah’s Northern California — Ione, CA
- Harrah’s Philadelphia Casino and Racetrack — Philadelphia, PA
- Harrah’s Resort Southern California — Funner, California
- Harvey’s — Lake Tahoe, NV
- Horseshoe — Baltimore, MD, Bossier City, LA, Council Bluffs, IA, Hammond, IN
- Horseshoe Tunica — Tunica Resorts, MS
- Indiana Grand — Shelbyville, IN
- Isle Casino — Pompano, Florida
- Isle Casino Hotel — Bettendorf, IA, Black Hawk, CO, Waterloo, IA
- Isle of Capri — Lula, MS
- Isle of Capri Casino Hotel — Boonville, MO
- Isle of Capri Lake Charles — Westlake, LA
- Lady Luck Casino — Black Hawk, CO
- Lumière Place Casino and Hotel — St. Louis, MO
- Mid-America Center — Council Bluffs, IA
- Montbleu Casino Resort and Spa — Lake Tahoe, NV
- Silver Legacy Resort Casino — Reno, NV
- Trop — Greenville, MS
- Tropicana — Atlantic City, NJ, Evansville, IN, Laughlin, NV
Caesars Resorts Outside the US
- Alea Glasgow — U.K.
- Alea Nottingham — U.K.
- Caesars Palace Bluewaters Dubai — U.A.E.
- Caesars Resort Bluewaters Dubai — U.A.E.
- Caesars Windsor — Canada
- Empire Casino — U.K.
- Manchester235 — U.K.
- Playboy London — U.K.
- Ramses Cairo — Egypt
- Rendezvous Brighton — U.K.
- The Sportsman — U.K.
